Leather Purse Restyle

 This is the first time I have attempted a restyle on anything besides fabric. It was so fun!! I used the mantra "If I don't like it, its not done yet..." and that really worked for me. This sedate little bag got the full Gypsy treatment. I can't wait to get my hands on more of these little gems!!

 A vintage wallpaper flower.

Collage-style front pocket.

Available for purchase under Gifts With Heart on Etsy!

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Stitched Paper Gift Bag

 Here's an easy, fun way to turn a plain paper bag into a personalized gift tote.

1. Stamp the entire bag.

2. Spritz the entire bag with glimmer mist to add additional color and sparkle.

3. While that is drying, trim a separate paper sack with decorative scissors; cut to size of front side of gift bag.

4. Stamp paper and spritz paper lightly with glimmer mist, let dry (this should only take a couple minutes).

5. Cut bright fabric scraps into circles for flowers.

6. Enable free motion stitching on sewing machine and attach flowers with varying stitch designs. Then add stems and leaves. I like bright thread and live by the motto "the messier the better."

7. If you want to free motion a word or message I suggest lightly writing it in pencil, then following along with stitching.

8. Have fun, get creative, try anything!

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